Starting treatment today

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I know we’re all different but I start on Letrozole and Abemaciclib today and the side effects read horrifically.

I have left breast, lymph nodes, spine and scapular METS confirmed, with ‘suspicious’ very small lesions on my liver and spleen.

The alternative is not worth considering just yet - I’m 62, before this I had a good life and I’m due to be a grandma in August. 

I’m going to attempt to work, albeit from home.

What are your top tips for coping with the physical and emotional side effects? How can I try to find joy in my life now? I’m feeling very fearful.

K x 

  • Hi K

    Look towards the positive, and fight this for your children and grandchild. You have a to give. I remember reading through the side effects but everyone reacts differently to the drugs.  And the unknown is always a bit scary, but knowing the support you got around you is enough to go on. I hope you have an easy treatment plan. During my chemo physical I’m more drained, I don’t have the energy or strength to do everything. But I’m ok with that. Emotionally, I get upset, angry, scared. And it’s only natural. But knowing we got support and the advanced medicine we have now a days I’m remaining hopeful. 

  • Thank you for your kind words x